Visit Martha Stewart Weddings Weddings Dresses & Style Fashion Mother-of-the-Bride and-Groom Dresses 20 Cap-Sleeved Mother-of-Bride Dresses By Lauren Frankfort Lauren Frankfort Lauren is based in Los Angeles and has contributed to publications such as Teen Vogue, Racked, and T: The New York Times Magazine. Editorial Guidelines Published on May 8, 2018 Share Tweet Pin Email Trending Videos The Edges Wedding Photography There's a reason why women have loved cap-sleeved dresses for decades: They're the perfect in-between option for those moments when you want to show a little some skin while still retaining a bit of coverage. Stylish, comfortable, and totally versatile (especially for an event taking place during the warmer months!), a dress with cap sleeves will help any woman feel her best. That's why they're an especially popular wedding attire choices for the mothers of the bride and groom. For moms looking for the perfect combination of fun and demure, a cap-sleeved dress could be just what you're after. To help make your search for the perfect big-day dress a little easier, we pulled together some of our favorite cap-sleeved mother-of-the-bride and-groom dresses. Cap-sleeved dresses offer plenty of fashion freedom. If you'd prefer to tale the classic route, considered a dress in a neutral hue, like the beige number from BHLDN with geometric beading or a black sheath with gold embellishments from Monique Lhuillier. Want a dress that's just a little bit sexy? Adrianna Papell and Rachel Zoe both offer cap-sleeved dresses with leg slits that are just right for a mom. And for all the glamorous women out there, know that cap-sleeved dresses can offer plenty of sparkle and shine: Just look at Rachel Gilbert's metallic beaded dress. You can still achieve a modern look with a cap sleeve, too. Jason Wu's bold scarlet cap-sleeve taffeta high-low gown is architectural and striking. No matter which she chooses, the mother of the bride (or groom!) is bound to look stunning in a cap-sleeved dress. Click through to see our current favorites. 01 of 20 BHLDN Courtesy of BHLDN BHLDN "Presley" Geometric Applique Dress, $380, bhldn.com . 02 of 20 Lela Rose Courtesy of Lela Rose Lela Rose Floral Lace Dress, $1,895, lelarose.com . 03 of 20 Monique Lhuillier Courtesy of Monique Lhuillier Monique Lhuillier Draped Sheath Dress, $2,995, moniquelhuillier.com . 04 of 20 Adrianna Papell Courtesy of Bloomingdale's Adrianna Papell Embellished Illusion-Yoke Gown, $179, bloomingdales.com . 05 of 20 Tadashi Shoji Courtesy of Tadashi Shoji Tadashi Shoji "Melanie" Gown, $408, tadashishoji.com . 06 of 20 Hayley Paige Occasions Courtesy of Nordstrom Hayley Paige Occasions Mixed Media A-Line Gown, $280, nordstrom.com . 07 of 20 Jason Wu Courtesy of Bergdorf Goodman Jason Wu Taffeta High-Low Gown, $4,795, bergdorfgoodman.com . 08 of 20 David Meister Courtesy of Saks Fifth Avenue David Meister Floral Embellished Gown, $795, saksfifthavenue.com . 09 of 20 Hervé Léger Courtesy of Net-a-Porter Hervé Léger Metallic Bandage Gown, $2,190, net-a-porter.com . 10 of 20 David's Bridal Courtesy of David's Bridal David's Bridal Beaded Tulle Dress, $249.95, davidsbridal.com . 11 of 20 Maggy London Courtesy of Nordstrom Maggy London Lace and Crepe Sheath Dress, $148, nordstrom.com . 12 of 20 Rachel Zoe Courtesy of Shopbop Rachel Zoe "Estelle" Cutout Maxi Dress, $495, shopbop.com . 13 of 20 Rachel Gilbert Courtesy of Bergdorf Goodman Rachel Gilbert Metallic Beaded Gown, $2,095, bergdorfgoodman.com . 14 of 20 Mignon Doo Courtesy of BHLDN Mignon Doo "Pierre" Crochet Dress, $350, bhldn.com . 15 of 20 Max Mara Couretsy of Net-a-Porter Max Mara Midi Dress with Cap Sleeves, $1,050, netaporter.com . 16 of 20 Monique Lhuillier Courtesy of Monique Lhuillier Monique Lhuillier Metallic Lace Flounce Dress, $2,995, moniquelhuillier.com . 17 of 20 Badgley Mischka Courtesy of Badgley Mischka Badgley Mischka V-Neck Ruffle Gown, $249, badgleymischka.com . 18 of 20 La Femme Courtesy of Nordstrom La Femme Embellished Lace and Satin Ballgown, $479, nordstrom.com . 19 of 20 Xscape Courtesy of David's Bridal Xscape Beaded Neckline Dress, $229.95, davidsbridal.com . 20 of 20 Badgley Mischka Courtesy of Badgley Mischka Badgley Mischka Velvet Lace Gown, $249, badgleymischka.com . Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit